Rainy and dry seasons in the Dominican Republic

With its tropical climate, the Dominican Republic has no warm and cold seasons, but periods defined by rain that also vary by region.

When it rains

In the south and the capital, the rainy season runs roughly May to November and overlaps with hurricane season. In the north (Puerto Plata, Samaná), rain is spread more across the year. The dry season is cooler and more pleasant.

What it means for you

The temperature is high almost all year; what changes most is the rain. Watch the day's chance of rain and the feels-like temperature.